Thesis Statements and Essay Structure

This video tutorial explains how to write an academic essay in six steps: analyzing the question, establishing a thesis, researching and taking notes, writing an outline, drafting, and editing. It emphasizes the importance of a thesis statement and using credible sources. The video also provides examples of common essay question words and offers additional resources for improving writing skills.

What is a crucial component of an academic essay that presents the main argument?

• Conclusion

• Thesis statement

• Bibliography

• Introduction

When analyzing an essay question, what should you focus on?

• The length of the essay

• The different parts or details of the question

• The number of sources required

• The format of the essay

Which word in an essay question indicates you should find similarities and differences?

• Describe

• Examine

• Evaluate

• Compare

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

• To provide a conclusion

• To summarize the essay

• To state the main argument or opinion

• To list the sources used

What is a recommended method for organizing research information?

• Memorizing it

• Using a chart or table

• Discussing it with friends

• Writing it on sticky notes

What is the purpose of writing an outline before drafting an essay?

• To fill up pages

• To organize ideas and structure the essay

• To impress the teacher

• To avoid writing a draft

What should you focus on when writing the first draft of an essay?

• Formatting

• Grammar

• Organizing information into sections

• Perfection

What is a useful tip for editing your final essay draft?

• Submit it immediately

• Read it aloud

• Leave it overnight and review it in the morning

• Ask a friend to write it

Why is it important to use referencing styles like APA or MLA?

• To make the essay longer

• To show where information was found

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid writing a bibliography

What should an academic essay include to support its thesis?

• Unrelated facts

• Examples and supporting evidence

• Only quotes

• Personal opinions